October 30, 2008–February 9, 2009 at the Getty Villa

All events are free, unless otherwise noted.

Admission to the Getty Villa is FREE. An advance, timed ticket is required to visit the Getty Villa. Check ticket availability online or call (310) 440-7300. Groups of nine or more must make reservations by phone.

Discussion

In Conversation with Jim Dine
In the first contemporary art project at the Getty Villa, Jim Dine has produced new sculpture and poetry in response to works of art in the Museum's antiquities collection. Dine speaks with author and art critic Vincent Katz about the creative process behind the new works and the ways in which ancient Greek and Roman art continues to inspire him. Free; a ticket is required. This event is now sold out.

Rainer Mack, manager of education at the Getty Villa, leads 45-minute talks on the exhibition. Free with your advance, timed ticket to the Getty Villa. Meet at the Tour Meeting Place outside the Museum Entrance 15 minutes before the talk.

Ancient Stones in Modern Contexts
Make your own contemporary art inspired by antiquity at this daylong mosaic-making workshop led by world-renowned mosaic artist Lillian Sizemore. The day begins with an inspiring presentation of mosaic art, from ancient mosaic pavement designs to contemporary works influenced by antiquity. A gallery tour focusing on the Villa's mosaics follows. Participants then design and complete their own geometric mosaic design using marble tiles. No mosaic experience is needed.
Course fee $95; $90 students. Each session open to 15 participants. Call (310) 440-7300 or use the "Get Tickets" buttons below.

Antiquity as Muse
Join artist Jaime Ursic and explore the enduring allure of ancient art from the Greek, Etruscan, and Roman cultures. Different media will be investigated as each participant responds to objects in the Villa galleries and creates a work of art of his or her own. Course fee $85; $70 students. Each session open to 12 participants.